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Artwork for Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing

Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing

Michael Blank
Real Estate Investing
Financial Freedom
Financial Independence
Entrepreneurship
Uganda Counseling and Support Services
Multifamily Real Estate
Capital Raising
Short-Term Rentals
Goal Setting
D-Class Properties
Negotiation
Mentorship
Syndication
Interest Rates
Land Flipping
Real Estate
Real Estate Syndication
Multifamily Real Estate Syndication
Empowerment
Market Conditions

The Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing podcast is about helping you achieve financial independence and control your time through apartment building investing. Michael Blank interviews experts in real estate, business, and investing. From learning how to invest in multifamily real estate to navigating entrepreneurship, you will learn the keys to success in your journey towards financial f... more

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Artwork for Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing

Latest Episodes

Andrew Reichert, CEO of Birgo Capital, went from buying his first duplex with no money down to owning 3,000+ units worth over $300 million. But his journey wasn’t all smooth sailing - Andrew reveals how building a 20-rental portfolio nearly bankrupte... more

Economic pressure is shrinking returns and tightening capital—but there’s a smarter way forward. In this episode, Michael Blank reconnects with Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club, to explore how multifamily operators can add new strate... more

In this special market outlook session, Michael Blank breaks down the current state of the multifamily investing landscape—and explains why Q4 2025 may present one of the best buying opportunities we've seen in over a decade.

Despite high interest r... more

Most people raising capital are doing it completely wrong. They focus on flashy decks, mass emails, and trying to “look big”—but investors can smell the inauthenticity from a mile away.

Jeremy Dyer took a different approach. He raised $50M in under... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Reichert
A successful real estate investor and entrepreneur, author.
Birgo Capital
Episode: MB495: The $10M Idea That Made 20 Rentals Look Like a Waste of Time - With Andrew Reichert
Richard Wilson
Founder of the Family Office Club, largest network of family offices
Family Office Club
Episode: MB494: What Billionaire Investors Really Want (And How to Work With Them) - With Richard Wilson
Jeremy Dyer
VP of Capital Formation at Rise 48, specializing in raising private capital for multifamily syndications.
Rise 48 Equity
Episode: MB492: Raising $50M in 2 Years: Capital Raising Blueprint - With Jeremy Dyer
Kent Ritter
Real estate investor and podcast host
Hudson Investing
Episode: MB491: How to Scale Without Hustling Harder: In-House Teams, Smarter Capital, and Fast Execution—With Kent Ritter
Sean Graham
Registered CPA, active real estate investor, and founder of Maven Cost Segregation
Maven Cost Segregation
Episode: MB489: Keep More. Pay Less. Scale Faster. How Smart Investors Save Six Figures on Taxes with Cost Segregation - With Sean Graham
Chad Schieler
Real estate investor who scaled his portfolio to 700 units and raised $20M.
Episode: MB487: How This Deal Maker Scaled to 700 Units and Raised $20M—With Chad Schieler
Andrew Meyers
Investment expert from Nighthawk Equity with extensive knowledge in real estate investing leadership.
Nighthawk Equity
Episode: MB486: How to Identify a Good Market for Real Estate Investing (And Where We’re Buying in 2025)
Dr. Benjamin Hardy
Co-author of 'Who Not How' and author of 'The Science of Scaling'
Scaling.com
Episode: MB485: The Real Reason You’re Not Scaling — The Psychology of Impossible Goals - With Dr. Benjamin Hardy
Cody Payne
Senior VP at Colliers and active deal maker in the industrial flex space.
Colliers
Episode: MB484: The Asset Class Most Multifamily Investors Overlook—That Could Help You Scale Faster - With Cody Payne

Host

Michael Blank
Host specializing in financial freedom and real estate investing, providing insights from his expertise and interviews with industry leaders.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 634 ratings
  • Well worth a listen!

    Loving this podcast, Michael is a great host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poppy@davedubeau
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Amazing Host!

    Love the show! Amazing host, great team, and super valuable content. Excited for Marcin Drozdz’s episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    austyn1616161661
    United States6 months ago
  • THE BEST EVER

    Michael doesn’t hold anything back (like some other podcasts) and he brings on the best guests. I wouldn’t be this far on my journey to financial freedom without him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emspunk
    United States9 months ago
  • Unpermitted Work

    Wanted to let podcast listeners know that Michael Blank has done illegal unpermitted renovations on units he has purchased, so take his advice with a grain of salt.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SommaMama
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you Michael Blank for the opportunity!

    What a great experience to share my story on the show. I learned a lot in the process and hope others feel compelled to action and do the same.

    Life a life now like most won’t, so later you can live like most can’t.

    -Chad Schieler | Focused Capital

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chad Schieler Focused Capital
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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There are occasional criticisms regarding specific opinions or suggestions made by guests.
Many find the content actionable, helping them transition into real estate investing.
The host is praised for his engaging interviewing style and the quality of guests.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge shared in the episodes.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

MB489: Keep More. Pay Less. Scale Faster. How Smart Investors Save Six Figures on Taxes with Cost Segregation - With Sean Graham
Q: What is real estate professional status, and why might it be important?
Real estate professional status allows you to offset active income with real estate losses if you work over 750 hours in real estate, which can significantly lower tax liabilities.
MB489: Keep More. Pay Less. Scale Faster. How Smart Investors Save Six Figures on Taxes with Cost Segregation - With Sean Graham
Q: What is the look-back strategy and who can take advantage of it?
The look-back strategy captures missed depreciation by submitting a single form to the IRS to take advantage of previous years' unclaimed depreciation without amending prior returns.
MB489: Keep More. Pay Less. Scale Faster. How Smart Investors Save Six Figures on Taxes with Cost Segregation - With Sean Graham
Q: At what point does one think about cost segregation and what is the process?
Cost segregation should be included in the planning phase of a deal; an estimate should be obtained prior to syndication to understand the depreciation losses available.
MB488: How to Use Your Retirement Funds to Invest in Apartments (No Wall Street or UBIT) - With Damion Lupo
Q: How can someone roll over their money into a self-directed account?
You can roll over funds from old 401(k)s or IRAs into a self-directed account without incurring taxes, giving you control over investment options.
MB488: How to Use Your Retirement Funds to Invest in Apartments (No Wall Street or UBIT) - With Damion Lupo
Q: What is the difference between a 401(k), IRA, and then EQRP?
IRAs are a default retirement option for anyone with a Social Security number, while 401(k)s are geared towards those with businesses or side hustles. EQRPs offer enhanced control and liability protection.

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Content focuses on achieving financial independence through real estate investing, with a special emphasis on multifamily properties. It features discussions with industry experts and successful investors who share actionable strategies, personal stories, and insights into navigating the complexities of real estate investment and entrepreneurship. Episodes cover a wide range of topics including market selection, capital raising, asset management, and psychological aspects of pursuing financial freedom. This podcast is notable for its practical approach to teaching listeners how to transition from traditional jobs to successful careers in real estate investing, making it appealing for anyone interested in investing, entrepreneurship, or impr... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Andrew Reichert
2. Richard Wilson
3. Jeremy Dyer
4. Kent Ritter
5. Sean Graham
6. Chad Schieler
7. Andrew Meyers
8. Dr. Benjamin Hardy

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